Join a leading and fast-growing biopharmaceutical company in central Copenhagen.
Ascendis Pharma A/S, a visionary and ambitious company, offers you an opportunity to become involved in the development and commercialization of ground-breaking therapies making a meaningful difference to patients.
As Director QC Support you will be responsible for the oversight of analytical activities for carrier (functional polymers) and linker (small molecules) substances produced at Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMOs), mainly during the commercial phase. You will also be responsible for managing a QC team, reporting to the VP Drug Substance Manufacturing.
Main areas of responsibility:
Requirements
Ideally, you hold a MS in Chemistry, Engineering, Pharmacy or equivalent with more than 10 years of relevant work experience from the pharmaceutical industry within Analytical Development and/or QC for small molecules and/or polymers. You have proven working experience with QC leadership and you have demonstrated the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
As a manager you have a positive attitude and a motivating and inspiring approach. You are structured, organized and a proactive problem-solver.
On a personal level, you have a fine sense of quality combined with drive for results. You are robust, thorough, open-minded and possess good cooperation skills, which enable you to establish warm and respectful professional relations internally and externally.
Benefits
Ascendis Pharma offers you an exciting and challenging position in an entrepreneurial and international company with a short line of command. You will be involved in activities that are central to Ascendis Pharma's strategy and work with highly skilled and experienced colleagues to advance our exciting product pipeline.
Travelling: 10-20 days per year.
Place of work: Ascendis Pharma resides in a wonderful office facility in Tuborg Havn in Hellerup with a view to the harbour, the canals and the sea.
For more details about the job or the company, please contact Søren M. Andersen, VP Drug Substance Manufacturing on +45 24 44 20 68. All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidenttially.